The Paul Tripp Podcast

945. What Even is Faith? (Part 2) | The Connecting Podcast Ep. 047

Oct 4, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Shelby Abbott, a ministry partner known for her insightful pastoral reflections, joins Paul Tripp to delve into the essence of biblical faith. They unpack how recognizing God as Creator transforms our understanding of relationships and purpose in life. The duo explores the implications of believing in God’s sovereignty on anxiety and control, while emphasizing the hope found in God as Savior. They also discuss how true faith shapes our identity and calls us to a higher purpose in a world filled with distraction.
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INSIGHT

Creation Changes Ownership And Worship

  • Believing God is Creator reframes ownership: nothing ultimately belongs to you.
  • That view reshapes generosity, sexuality, and stewardship into acts of worship.
INSIGHT

Creation Assigns Purpose

  • Creation also assigns purpose to everything God made, so ask "What did God intend for this?".
  • Purpose reframes marriage, parenting, and work as callings rather than personal fulfillment projects.
ANECDOTE

When Marriage Exposes Selfish Dreams

  • Paul describes couples marrying their own dream and then discovering the person was never meant to fulfill it.
  • He counsels that marriage exposes sin and can be an instrument of sanctification if partners surrender their dreams to God's purpose.
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